1998 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Honda HR-V

To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi A6 2009 Honda HR-V
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 HR-V
Year Released 1998 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 217 km/hour 162 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1257 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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